Events Calendar / Performer

Japanese Paper Theater: “A Very Special Friend” / “Um Amigo Muito Especial” thumbnail Photo

Japanese Paper Theater: “A Very Special Friend” / “Um Amigo Muito Especial”

Enjoy a true story from an island in Brazil told in kamishibai format about a friendship between a human and a penguin that they rescued. Join us after for an activity about the life cycle of penguins.

Aproveite-se de uma história real de uma ilha no Brasil contada em formato kamishibai sobre a amizade entre um humano e um pinguim que ele resgatou. Junte-se a nós para uma atividade sobre o ciclo de vida dos pinguins.

This program is supported in part by a grant from the Framingham Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

The Joys of Nature: Not Really So Scary Animals thumbnail Photo

The Joys of Nature: Not Really So Scary Animals

Some animals (like sharks, snakes and spiders) we think of as scary, but are they really when we learn more about them? Many seemingly “scary animals” have really important jobs in nature, even helping people! LIVE ANIMALS!

This program is supported in part by a grant from the Framingham Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Didgeridoo Down Under: Protect the Planet thumbnail Photo

Didgeridoo Down Under: Protect the Planet

Join us for an epic musical, multimedia and scientific adventure, from the birth of the universe to the age of dinosaurs to the modern world. Multi-talented performer Rob Thomas weaves didgeridoo world music, awe-inspiring projector visuals and audience participation into a captivating and interactive program. We'll learn how the air we breathe was created; we’ll marvel at prehistoric creatures roaming primordial landscapes; we’ll observe interactions between different animal species; and most importantly, we’ll learn how to protect our beautiful and beloved Earth! All ages.

This program is supported in part by a grant from the Framingham Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

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Flying High Dogs

Mike and his Border collies are coming to show  us their entertaining Frisbee tricks. Jumping,running and flipping—how do they do that?

Parking is available in the skate park parking lot, at the bocce court, and at the Loring Arena. Bring a blanket or chairs to sit on. Bring your library card and check out the Bookmobile.

This program is supported in part by a grant from the Framingham Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.